Fishing Club Application & Liability Release / Forms Page

Big Thompson Outfitters (BTO) Rules & Regulations

Fishing Opens March 1st - November 1st

Upon Arrival to the club area:

Register by texting your name and number of people in your party to 785-230-8400 or 970-420-5137 when you arrive.
Respect the privacy and property of other members using the club.
Do not interfere with any farming/mowing/seeding etc operations and all vehicles must stay on the road at all times.
Members must be with their guest or family while at BTO fishing club. Each Head of Household can bring guests without the other member. (ex husband can bring his parents/guests while wife’s working and vise versa)
All Members and Guests must sign a liability waiver before using the property for club approved activities.
Members can use the designated Paddle boats, Belly boats and Canoes at the boat ramp. Please return all boats to the same area as you got them.

Night fishing:

Is allowed until midnight, however fishing in your boat we require wearing a life vest at all times and a
text when you go out in your boat and a text when you come back to shore. Please follow the same
rules listed Upon Arrival to the club. Please be safe and communicate with us to ensure your safety.
You must have a signed liability wavier before going out on the lake. No Exceptions! Night fishing is at
your own risk.

Upon leaving the club area:

Please return club boats that are available for member use to the boat ramp. (where and how you found them please).
Text a complete record of fish caught and kept to 785-230-8400 or 970-420-5137 before leaving.
(this is vital information for future fish stocking and fish limits, we are working to make it the best fishing in the state with your help)
Clean up after your-selves, family and your dogs (if applicable) and dispose of all trash in the dumpster provided.
If you need anything please do not hesitate to call Jamie at 785-230-8400 or Dustin at 970-420-5137.

Boat Requirements

Boats must be registered and insured. Members must provide a copy of registration and boat
insurance on their boat with membership application or before brought onto BTO property.
Life jackets are required for all children under the age of 18 and recommended for all. If adults
choose not to wear a life vest it is at your own risk. All children MUST wear a life vest.
Liability waivers must be signed and turned in before going on to the lake. (No Exceptions)
Members are allowed to keep their boats on the property for their membership year under
the following conditions. Member’s boats must be insured and it is at their own risk.

Other Rules/Regulations:

All boating is wake less (THE LAKE IS A NO WAKE ZONE) until further notice. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
NO WEAPONS of any kind. No guns, bows etc. BTO is a family club with children and their safety is the most import thing for us.
Vehicles must stay on the road at ALL TIMES to the best of your ability, so not to disturb new seeding.
Dogs are allowed and if you would like to use the lake to train your dog or let them swim that is fine,
however under no circumstance can your dog disrupt another members fishing experience. You must
put them on a leash immediately, if another member arrives. If there is one complaint about your dog,
you will no longer be able to have your dog off leash. Your dog must be non- aggressive to be on the property at all.
No ATV’s or Motorcycles Allowed.
Guest Policy – Members are allowed to have 2 guests per visit whether it is friends or family. First visit
is no charge after that it is $20.00 per person and all visitors must have a signed guest liability waiver
either emailed to bigthompsonoutfitter@gmail.com or jam2finance@yahoo.com before arrival or
dropped off to Dustin or Jamie Christensen, before use of property. (No Exceptions) Guests must be
accompanied by the Member bringing them on every visit.
Members are responsible for all of their guest’s actions. No Exceptions.
Keeping fish- Members only are allowed to keep fish, however there are limits and this will change
yearly based on the growth in fish population, spawning, etc. Household limits for this year is 10 per
day. (Example if a member and the whole family catch 30 crappie you can only keep 10 crappie for
dinner please put the other 20 crappie back for another day. A member could keep 10 Crappie, 10
Perch, 10 Blue Gill, 3 Walleye, etc in one day. If you have questions please ask.
Limits per day (members only per household)are as follows:
1. Crappie -10 per day must be 10 inches or bigger to keep.
2. Perch- 10 per day must be 10 inches or bigger to keep.
3. Blue Gill -10 per day must release if 11 inches or bigger.
4. Walleye -3 per day Any Walleye less than 15 inches or over 22 inches must be released.
  1. (3 Walleye between 15 and 22 inches)
5. Trout -2 per day over 24 inches must be released.
6. Bass - All Bass must be released; Bass over 15 inches must be released.
7. Catfish -2 per day under 24 inches to keep.
No Illegal Drugs, NO Glass bottles. No underage drinking allowed. You agree to drug and
or alcohol testing if you are involved in an accident or altercation on the property. (this is for liability
and insurance reasons only).
The consumption of liquor/alcohol which becomes offensive/obnoxious to other
members, their family, guests, and owners of the property is forbidden. When, in the
judgment of another member, it becomes a hazard or a safety issue, it will constitute grounds for
expulsion.
Any damage to club property report ASAP to 970-420-5317 (Dustin) or 785-230-8400 (Jamie) or text so
that it can immediately be addressed.
Glass bottles are never allowed on the property or in boats for any reason because of safety concerns
for people and animals.
Members may not use the private property of other members without that member’s permission. If
you are unsure of what you can use, please just ask.
No fires or burning of any kind.
Camping is limited to Mothers Day, Fathers Day and Labor Day weekend’s Friday thru 5pm on Sunday.
Any member wishing to camp must submit a request in writing ahead of time with the number of
guests camping. The space is limited so first come first served.
Big Thompson Outfitters reserves the right to change the Rules and Regulations at any time without
notice and any changes will emailed to all members and will be effective immediately.

Big Thompson Outfitters is not responsible for personal injuries or accidents of any kind that occur on the property.
This is includes members, spouses, children, guests, animals and personal property.

By signing this document you agree with all the rules and agree to abide by all of them.

Member's Name:

Member Spouse's Name:

Date Signed: September 5, 2025

Liability Release for Big Thompson Outfitters Fishing Club

In Consideration of Big Thompson Outfitters Fishing Club Membership, Member is permitted to use the lake
and engage in the activities defined in this release and the Big Thompson Outfitters Rules and Regulations
signed Agreement. As a condition of membership, Members who are over the age of 18 and the parent or
legal guardian of each individual identified in the Membership who is under the age of 18, and Members’
Guests (all of which are referred to herein as the “Releasing Parties”), on behalf of themselves, their heirs,
estate, guardians, conservators, wards, children, family members, assigns, and next of kin:

HEREBY RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE AND CONVENANT NOT TO SUE the Big Thompson Outfitters (fishing club) and the Big
Thompson Outfitters (BTO) or any of its owners, officers, directors, shareholders, agents, employees, Land Owners, all heirs
and assigns, and their lenders or insurance carries which are referred to herein as the “Released Parties.”) FROM ALL
LIABILITY TO THE RELEASING PARTIES FOR ANY AND ALL LOSS OR DAMAGE, AND ANY CLAIM OR DEMANDS THEREFOR ON
ACCOUNT OF INJURY TO THE PERSON OR PROPERTY OR RESULTING IN DEATH OF A RELEASING PARTY ARISING OUR OF OR
RELATED TO THE USE OF THE PORPERTY OR INVOLEMENT IN THE ACTIVITIES, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLEIGENCE OF
THE RELEASED PARTIES OR OTHERWISE.
HEREBY AGREES TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS the Released Parties and of them FROM ANY LOSS,
LIABILITY, DAMAGE OR COST they may incur arising out of or related to any NEGLIENENCE OF THE RELEASED PARTIES OR
OTHERWISE.
HEREBY ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE arising out of or
related to the use of the Property or involvement in the Activities, whether caused by the NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASED
PARTIES or otherwise.
HEREBY acknowledges that THE ACTIVITIES AND THE USE OF THE LAKE ARE VERY DANGEROUS and involve the risk of serious
injury and/or death and/or property damage. Each Releasing also expressly acknowledges that INJURIES RECEIVED MAY BE
COMPOUNDED OR INCREASED BY NEGLIEGENT RESCUE OPERATIONS OR PROCEDURES OF THE RELEASED PARTIES.
Releasing understand the risks and angers associated with using the Big Thompson Outfitters and engaging in the Activities
include are not limited to, changing weather conditions, water conditions, hidden obstacles, changing and unpredictable
currents, drowning, exposure, falling, dehydration, altitude sickness, changing road conditions, wild animals, and other
similar risks. Recognizing those risks and dangers, Releasing Parties voluntarily choose to take part in the activities and use
of Big Thompson Outfitters.
HEREBY agree that the terms hereof extend to all acts of negligence by the Released Parties, INCLUDING NEGLIENT RESCUE
OPERATIONS and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the State of Colorado and that if any portion
hereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
IN CONSIDERATION OF BEING PERMITTED TO USE BIG THOMPSON OUTFITTERS AND/OR TO ENGAGE IN THE
ACTIVITIES, EACH RELEASING PARTY ACKNOWLEDGES REPRESENTS THAT THEY HAVE READ THESE PROVISIONS
THOROUGHLY; FULLY UNDERSTANDSTHE TERMS HEREOF; THE RELEASING PARTIES; UNDERSTAND THAT THEY
HAVE GIVEN SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY DOING SO, AND HAVE DONE SO FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT
ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE, AND INTEND SUCH ACT OR ACTS TO BE
COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.

In Addition, I have read & understand all Lake Rules listed in Rules & Regulations and agree to abide all rules
as a condition of membership.

By signing this agreement I hereby agree to all Big Thompson Outfitters Fishing Club Rules and Regulations and agree to the Release of Liability:

Date: September 5, 2025

Member's Name:

Member Spouse's Name:

_________________________________________
BTO, Member Dustin Christensen

Big Thompson Outfitters Activities Waiver & Release of Liability

THIS ACTIVITY WAIVER & RELEASE (this "Agreement") dated this September 5, 2025
BETWEEN: and
(the "Member") or/and (Member’s)
AND Big Thompson Outfitters of 6504 Co Rd 54, Johnstown, CO 80534, USA (the "Activity Provider")
IN CONSIDERATION OF the covenants and agreements contained in this Agreement and other good and
valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties to this Agreement agree as
follows:

Consideration
1. Being of lawful age and in consideration of being permitted to participate in the activity described below,
the Member(s) releases and forever discharges the Activity Provider, its owners, directors, officers, employees,
agents, assigns, legal representatives and successors from all manner of actions, causes of action, debts,
accounts, bonds, contracts, claims and demands for or by reason of any injury to person or property,
including injury resulting in the death of the Member(s), which has been or may be sustained as a
consequence of the Member(s) participation in the activity described below, and not withstanding that such
damage, loss or injury may have been caused solely or partly by the negligence of the Activity Provider.
2. The Member(s) understands that the Member(s) would not be permitted to participate in the activity
described below unless the Member(s) signed this Agreement.

Details of Activity
3. The Member(s) will and has access to participate in the following Lake activities: fishing, swimming, boating,
paddle boarding, canoeing, kayaking, etc. Member(s) are responsible for all minors and have listed all minors
that will participate in lake activities on this form. Member(s) are of sound mind and are able to make
decisions for minors listed below.

Fitness to Participate
5. The Member(s) acknowledges that the Member(s) does not have any physical limitations, medical ailments,
physical or mental disabilities that would limit or prevent the Member(s) from participating in the above
mentioned activity. If required, the Member(s) will obtain a medical examination and clearance.

Concurrent Release
4. The Member(s) acknowledges that this Agreement is given with the express intention of effecting the
extinguishment of certain obligations owed to the Member(s) and with the intention of binding the
Member(s), heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and assigns.

Fit Photo and Video Release Disclaimer
By participating in activities with and at Big Thompson Outfitters, I grant permission for my image, likeness, and voice to
be captured in photographs, videos, and recordings. I understand that these materials may be used in print or digital
advertising, promotional materials, and social media by Big Thompson Outfitters. I acknowledge that I will not receive
any compensation for the use of these materials and waive any rights to inspect or approve their final use.

Full and Final Settlement
6. The Member(s) hereby acknowledges and agrees that the Member(s) has carefully read this Agreement,
that the Member(s) fully understands the same, and that the Member(s) is freely and voluntarily executing the same.
7. The Member(s) understands that by signing this Agreement, the Member(s) agrees to be forever prevented
from suing or otherwise claiming against the Activity Provider for any property loss or personal injury
Member(s) may sustain while participating in or preparing for the above noted activity.
8. The Member(s) has been given the opportunity and has been encouraged to seek independent legal advice
prior to signing this Agreement.
9. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties to this Agreement and the terms of this
Agreement are contractual and not a mere recital.

Governing Law
10. This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Colorado.

Emergency Contact
11. Member’s
Emergency Contact Name:

Emergency Contact Phone Number:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the Participant and Activity Provider have duly affixed their
signatures under hand and seal on this day of September 5, 2025.

(Members/s)
Signed Name:

Spouse's Signed Name:

All Children(s) names and ages must be listed and printed below by their Parent/Guardian:

1) Minor's Name & Age:

2) Minor's Name & Age:

3) Minor's Name & Age:

4) Minor's Name & Age:

BTO Fishing Club - Household Membership Application

Member's Name:
Phone Number:

Date of Birth:
Home Address:
Spouse's Name:
Children's Name(s) (if applicable):
Occupation:

Email Address:
Emergency Contact & Number:
Sponsor's Name:

Statement: Why do you want to become a member of BTO (Big Thompson Outfitters)?

Yearly fishing memberships are $2500.00 at BTO (Big Thompson Outfitters Fishing Club)
Enclose check with application and the signed activity and liability wavier.

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